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I read with interest and an open mind about citizen McCann and his troubles with lawyers, money and the courts in a article by Hannah Meisel of Capitol News in the Monday, Dec. 4, edition of The …
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12/28/23
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The Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center Association greatly appreciates all those who have supported us during our first 10 years.
Both The Journal-News and the News Herald have …
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12/28/23
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The U.S. Department of Justice, Sec. 1324, says it’s an offense for aliens to enter the U.S. unless through designated ports. It prohibits encouraging aliens to come, reside or enter the U.S., …
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by Tami Young of Litchfield
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10/2/23
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Dear Editor,
Sitting on the Development and Personnel Committee of the Montgomery County Board, I get to participate in the actions regarding the Animal Control Department that is saddled with …
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by Russ Beason
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4/15/24
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We just wanted to thank you for publishing Mike Plunkett’s Memorial Day address in the May 30 edition of The Journal-News .
His stories about courageous veterans are much more genuine than …
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Ben and Karen Brohammer, Hilton Head Island, SC
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6/5/23
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For the past 20 days I have been a patient at Montgomery Nursing and Rehab for the purpose of therapy following a left hip joint replacement on May 5.
Hannah, Nadine and Vickie were diligent and …
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Linda Hagood, Taylorville
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6/5/23
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Follow the money.
Many of us who are in our senior years have been receiving endless calls about Medicare Advantage. We have been getting these calls all year–up to 15 a day. …
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12/1/23
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What a great county we live in, where town and country meet. The best overall location in the state. Close to many major highways, hospitals, colleges, lakes, major cities, churches, and we have good …
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Four Litchfield City Council alderman (Jacob Fleming, Dwayne Gerl, Josh Hughes and Sara Zumwalt) attended a Litchfield Park District meeting on April 3. The following are the remarks presented by …
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by Jacob Fleming,
Litchfield Alderperson Ward 4
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4/8/24
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Hillsboro Energy’s Deer Run Mine is seeking renewal of their mining permits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
Their original permit #399 included acreage for …
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11/27/23
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Several years ago when I was a member of Hillsboro 2000 and Beyond, we were looking for a fundraiser to help pay for Christmas lights for the downtown area. I suggested the Snow Princess with …
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11/27/23
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It's back-to-school time! The Illinois Insurance Association, a state property casualty trade association, and its member companies urge motorists to be alert as kids make their way to and from …
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By Kevin J. Martin, Executive Director of Illinois Insurance Assoc.
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8/14/23
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When someone says that if he is indicted there will be “death and destruction,”that is a threat. Where did the threat of thousands of workers going on strike come from? While I believe …
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By Paul Hemken, of Sorento
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8/14/23
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Have we taught all the right things to our students for them to succeed in life?
First, I applaud those who have been instrumental in establishing the trade center in Litchfield.
I have …
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9/11/23
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The Illinois Insurance Association reminds motorists to be on the lookout for deer in the coming weeks.
Drivers may have little time to react when deer linger, step onto or leap across the …
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Kevin J. Martin
Executive Director
Illinois Insurance Assoc.
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11/13/23
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This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center. It has been a fast, fun ten years for sure.
We plan to mark the occasion by having a …
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Anne Jackson, Secretary, Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center
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5/1/23
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April 23-29 is National Library Week. I would like to take a second to write about my own personal love affair with libraries and books.
Reading and being read to has been a part of my …
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Sue VanOstran, Witt
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4/24/23
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In July 2022 a coward opened fire on a crowd enjoying an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Seven people died; 48 others were injured. That alleged shooter is due back in …
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11/20/23
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In the Monday, Dec. 18, edition of The Journal-News many of you may have read “EPA, IDOA Report Show Water Pollution Increases.” The article dealt with the Biennial Report of the Nutrient …
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There are many factors that make or break a farm operation. Since the war started in Ukraine by Russia, American farmers have seen the price of fertilizer double in cost with no end in sight. …
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By Anne Marley Marty of Ohlman
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8/7/23
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